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What is the purpose of using stock in cooking?
What is the purpose of using stock in cooking?
To provide a flavorful liquid building block for other preparations and to add a versatile foundation for vegetables, sauces, soups, and braises.
What is the difference between stock and broth?
What is the difference between stock and broth?
Stock is not meant to have a distinctive flavor that can stand on its own, while broth is intended to be consumed as a standalone soup.
What are some examples of variations to the basic chicken stock recipe?
What are some examples of variations to the basic chicken stock recipe?
Replacing celery with leeks and adding bay leaves, black peppercorns, and thyme for a more French flavor profile, or roasting the bones and vegetables first to make a 'brown chicken stock' for a deeper flavor.